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Flock cameras in Virginia disproportionately surveil Black drivers

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In Virginia Beach, Black drivers were found to be approximately eight times more likely than white drivers to be subjected to surveillance by Flock-style cameras. This disparity is attributed to historical racism and redlining practices, which influenced the placement of these automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras without public consultation. The article highlights a backlash against Flock cameras in Virginia due to these concerns. AI

IMPACT Highlights how AI-powered surveillance technology can perpetuate existing societal biases and inequalities.

RANK_REASON Article discusses the societal impact and controversy surrounding the deployment of surveillance technology, rather than a new release or policy change.

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Flock cameras in Virginia disproportionately surveil Black drivers

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    "Black drivers in Virginia Beach were roughly eight times more likely than white drivers to be regularly surveilled by Flock-style cameras." "[I]t wasn't by acc

    "Black drivers in Virginia Beach were roughly eight times more likely than white drivers to be regularly surveilled by Flock-style cameras." "[I]t wasn't by accident that these ALPR cameras got put up without public input." ———————————————————— Title: In Virginia, Racism and Redl…

    LINKS truthout.org/…/in-virginia-racism-and-red…

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